Hi there: This is my first post. :new:
Well, here's my story...
I am a mom of 2, married for almost 20 years, I was married at 21. My kids are 10 and 9. Right now, I am the sole income earner. I have a good job and enjoy what I do, for the most part.
There is a history of alcoholism on my father's side.
In 2002/2003 I was diagnosed with Major Clinical Depression with an Anxiety Disorder. I had to quit work and let my husband and my mom take care of me (and the family) for a year. I was put on meds and here we are. I am still on my medication but at a "starter" dose now.
My mom was diagnosed with cancer in 2005 and passed away in 2006. I was her main care giver.
I used to be able to drink like "normal" people. That hasn't been the case as of late. I have scared myself with the blackouts - not remembering what I had done the night before. I thank God that I seem to only do this when my hubby is with me. I know that I scare him and he really worries about me. We both have chalked it up to my meds. But, I am needing help and encouragement to drink in moderation. I don't want to give it up all together, but want to be able to drink like normal people again.
This past weekend, I was able to have a beer, and be the one who offered to put kids to bed and really didn't feel like I "needed" more to drink. It was really nice.
Anyway, I have ordered my CDs, and have read the book. I am waiting to get in to see my doctor. I am on Femme Essentials already, but will add some of the other vitamins sugguested.
Oh, and I gave up Red Wine. That is the evil beverage for me. Craving it today but, am going to work through it....
Well, here's my story...
I am a mom of 2, married for almost 20 years, I was married at 21. My kids are 10 and 9. Right now, I am the sole income earner. I have a good job and enjoy what I do, for the most part.
There is a history of alcoholism on my father's side. In 2002/2003 I was diagnosed with Major Clinical Depression with an Anxiety Disorder. I had to quit work and let my husband and my mom take care of me (and the family) for a year. I was put on meds and here we are. I am still on my medication but at a "starter" dose now.
My mom was diagnosed with cancer in 2005 and passed away in 2006. I was her main care giver.
I used to be able to drink like "normal" people. That hasn't been the case as of late. I have scared myself with the blackouts - not remembering what I had done the night before. I thank God that I seem to only do this when my hubby is with me. I know that I scare him and he really worries about me. We both have chalked it up to my meds. But, I am needing help and encouragement to drink in moderation. I don't want to give it up all together, but want to be able to drink like normal people again.
This past weekend, I was able to have a beer, and be the one who offered to put kids to bed and really didn't feel like I "needed" more to drink. It was really nice.
Anyway, I have ordered my CDs, and have read the book. I am waiting to get in to see my doctor. I am on Femme Essentials already, but will add some of the other vitamins sugguested.
Oh, and I gave up Red Wine. That is the evil beverage for me. Craving it today but, am going to work through it....
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